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Volkswagen Bora

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T149 GUDMOT history

T149 GUD is a blue diesel Volkswagen Bora first used on 3 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 11 Dec 2023 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 161,010 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Dec 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Dec 2023
Mileage
161,010 mi
At MOT on 12 Dec 2022
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,185 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T149 GUD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Bora
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
3 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
12 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T149 GUD was last recorded at 161,010 miles on 12 Dec 2022, 4,453 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Feb 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 25 Mar 2014: 66,527 miles, lower than 109,586 miles on 1 Mar 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,557 miles · 11 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
4,453 miles
Average per year
5,185 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 161,010 miles
  • 2020 – 145,955 miles
  • 2019 – 141,081 miles
  • 2018 – 136,070 miles
  • 2017 – 132,735 miles
  • 2016 – 129,342 miles
  • 2015 – 125,971 miles
  • 2014 – 119,457 miles
  • 2013 – 109,586 miles
  • 2012 – 105,371 miles
  • 2011 – 98,345 miles
  • 2010 – 94,127 miles
  • 2009 – 88,681 miles
  • 2008 – 84,673 miles
  • 2007 – 78,556 miles
  • 2006 – 74,218 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,010 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective BOTH LAMPS (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all four hoses slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Play in both front strut top mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened arm and rear beam axel (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

  • Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

  • Brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

Full MOT history

21 tests since 17 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,010 miles (+4,453)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    161,010 miles
    Test number
    146393355564
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective BOTH LAMPS (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all four hoses slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Play in both front strut top mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened arm and rear beam axel (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass156,557 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    156,557 miles
    Test number
    707345121015
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both lamps (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all four brake hoses deteriorated [old] (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement play in both front strut top mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively rear brake discs worn and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  3. Fail156,557 miles (+10,602)1 repaired2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,557 miles
    Test number
    484415010478
    • Repaired at testOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both lamps (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all four brake hoses deteriorated [old] (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement play in both front strut top mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively rear brake discs worn and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  4. Pass145,955 miles (+4,874)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    145,955 miles
    Test number
    838372658255
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both lamps (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated and rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement play in both front strut top mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn down smooth on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both rear discs worn and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  5. Pass141,081 miles (+5,011)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    141,081 miles
    Test number
    938750484949
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated nearside front and offside rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront slight play in both strut top mounts
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin on limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs worn and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass136,070 miles (+3,335)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    136,070 miles
    Test number
    270689756664
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly on both sides (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  7. Pass132,735 miles (+3,393)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    132,735 miles
    Test number
    752280826048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass129,342 miles (+3,371)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    129,342 miles
    Test number
    218323298749
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  9. Fail125,971 miles1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,971 miles
    Test number
    229449485092
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront brake pads slight uneven wear
    • NoteHandbrake cable requires attention

  10. Pass125,971 miles (+6,514)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    125,971 miles
    Test number
    409549785043
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront brake pads slight uneven wear
    • NoteHandbrake cable requires attention

  11. Pass119,457 miles2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    119,457 miles
    Test number
    225224884090
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteHandbrake lever feel notche
    • NoteSlight exhaust blow from cat

  12. Fail66,527 miles (-43,059)1 failure1 repaired2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,527 miles
    Test number
    496504184050
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testNearside Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteHandbrake lever feel notche
    • NoteSlight exhaust blow from cat

  13. Pass109,586 miles (+4,215)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    109,586 miles
    Test number
    585340363012
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass105,371 miles (+7,026)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    105,371 miles
    Test number
    945444312123
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass98,345 miles (+4,218)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    98,345 miles
    Test number
    699329391032
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass94,127 miles (+5,446)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    94,127 miles
    Test number
    904061690005
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  17. Pass88,681 miles (+4,008)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    88,681 miles
    Test number
    722074499019
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass84,673 miles (+6,117)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    84,673 miles
    Test number
    580225398042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass78,556 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    78,556 miles
    Test number
    602520207161
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  20. Fail78,554 miles (+4,336)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,554 miles
    Test number
    154349687027
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureFront brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  21. Pass74,218 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    74,218 miles
    Test number
    704496276018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T149 GUD

Does T149 GUD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T149 GUD expired on 11 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T149 GUD?
The MOT on T149 GUD expired on 11 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T149 GUD done?
T149 GUD was recorded at 161,010 miles at its MOT on 12 Dec 2022, an average of 5,185 miles a year.
Has T149 GUD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T149 GUD has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on T149 GUD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 25 Mar 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T149 GUD find?
T149 GUD passed its latest MOT on 12 Dec 2022 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective both lamps; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; brake hose slightly deteriorated all four hoses slightly deteriorated, and 3 more.

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